New Orleans officials request higher level of federal security ahead of New Year’s Eve, Sugar Bowl

NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — Ahead of New Year’s Eve and the Allstate Sugar Bowl, law enforcement in New Orleans is reassuring the public that everyone will be safe.

The event is currently labeled a SEAR 3 event.

However, given the arrest of New Iberia native Micah Legnon, who allegedly had plans to attack the city, officials are reaching out for more assistance…

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